Australian Government / Department of Education · 🇦🇺 Australia · Oceania
FundingFully Funded
LevelMasters/PhD
DeadlineSeptember
Application feeVaries by university
About this scholarship
Full tuition offset, living stipend (AUD $32,000-$40,000/year), and health insurance for research-based Masters and PhD in Australia. Masters 1-2 years; PhD 3-4 years
ProviderAustralian Government / Department of Education
CountryAustralia (Oceania)
Host university / institutionAll Australian universities participating in the RTP scheme
Degree levelsMasters/PhD
Fields of studyAll fields
Funding typeFully Funded
Application feeVaries by university
DeadlineDeadlines vary by university; most round 1 deadlines are around September-October for the following year. Some universities have rolling admissions.
IntakeFebruary or July (varies by university)
Applications openVaries
CompetitionHigh
Programme durationMasters 1-2 years; PhD 3-4 years
MastersPhDAll fields
Australian Research Training Program (RTP) eligibility criteria
International student (non-Australian citizen/permanent resident)
Strong academic record (Honors 1 or equivalent for PhD; Honors 2A for Masters)
Meet the entry requirements of the chosen university and research degree
Have a supervisory agreement with a potential supervisor
Not already holding an equivalent research degree
Benefits and coverage
Full tuition fee offset
Living stipend AUD $32,000-$40,000 per year (tax-free)
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
Relocation allowance (in some cases)
Research training support fund
Conference travel support
Required documents
University application form
Academic transcripts and degree certificates
Research proposal
Supervisory agreement letter
Two academic references
English proficiency test scores (IELTS 6.5+)
CV/Resume
Publications list (if any)
How to apply for the Australian Research Training Program (RTP)
Review the eligibility criteria above and confirm you meet every requirement.
Prepare all required documents early — transcripts, CV, recommendation letters and motivation letter.
Deadlines vary by university; most round 1 deadlines are around September-October for the following year. Some universities have rolling admissions. Submit a complete application before the September deadline.
Always confirm the latest details on the official website before applying.
Amount / coverageFull tuition offset, living stipend (AUD $32,000-$40,000/year), and health insurance for…
LevelsMasters/PhD
Frequently asked questions
International student (non-Australian citizen/permanent resident) Strong academic record (Honors 1 or equivalent for PhD; Honors 2A for Masters) Meet the entry requirements of the chosen university and research degree Have a supervisory agreement with a potential supervisor Not already holding an equivalent research degree
Full tuition fee offset Living stipend AUD $32,000-$40,000 per year (tax-free) Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Relocation allowance (in some cases) Research training support fund Conference travel support
University application form Academic transcripts and degree certificates Research proposal Supervisory agreement letter Two academic references English proficiency test scores (IELTS 6.5+) CV/Resume Publications list (if any)
Deadlines vary by university; most round 1 deadlines are around September-October for the following year. Some universities have rolling admissions.
Yes — the Australian Research Training Program (RTP) charges Varies by university. Check the official website for the exact amount.